What Is One Reason Arteries Can Withstand Higher Blood Pressure

question 87

Multiple Choice

What is one reason arteries can withstand higher blood pressure than veins?

• A) Arteries contain all types of blood cells, whereas veins contain only erythrocytes.
• B) Arteries have thick walls that contain layers of muscle and connective tissue.
• C) Arteries contain only oxygenated blood.
• D) Arteries have one- way valves to prevent blood from flowing backward.

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